Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Economics
Job description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking Lecturers who demonstrate strong research potential, as well as a commitment to excellent research-informed teaching that is enhanced by appropriate learning technologies. Continuation (tenure) is based on performance in research, teaching, and service.
In addition to growing your academic profile and reputation, you will also be committed to shaping and delivering an exceptional learning experience for students, contributing to an innovative teaching environment using a variety of methods.
We invite applications from candidates in any field but are particularly interested in applicants whose work explores areas including Econometrics (Theoretical and Applied) and International Trade.
He kōrero mōu | About you
The successful appointee will have a PhD (or be near completion), with demonstrated excellence in research and a commitment to high quality research-informed teaching.
You will have a research program that complements and builds upon existing areas of strength within the Department.
You will be a highly effective teacher of both undergraduate and graduate students. The appointee will be expected to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in their specialist area, at introductory levels more widely, and to engage in research and publication both personally and through the supervision of research students.
You will also be expected to seek research funding, to engage with the profession and academic and non-academic stakeholders, and to contribute to departmental service. Flexibility in teaching and research collaboration within and beyond the Department are essential.
All applications should provide the selection committee with:
- A cover letter and curriculum vitae
- Any teaching evaluations
- Job market paper
This is a full time, 40 hours per week, permanent employment contract. The salary ranges are (per annum salary depending on experience and qualifications):
The full remuneration range is:
- Lecture step 1: $99,788 – Lecture step 7: $119,204, depending on qualifications and experience
- Senior Lecturer - $126,800 - $158,900 NZD, depending on qualifications and experience
For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
- Research and study leave
In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
